ABA (applied behaviour analysis)
Umbrella term for methods that build behaviour through reinforcement. Well known are early intensive programmes (EIBI) and play-based programmes such as ESDM; the evidence and experiences are assessed differently.
- Abbreviation
- ABA
- Also called
- applied behaviour analysis, EIBI
ABA stands for applied behaviour analysis. The 2021 S3 guideline on therapy described two programme types based on it: EIBI (early intensive behavioural intervention with a “discrete trial format”, 20 to 40 hours a week) and the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), which additionally emphasises playful interaction and parent guidance. [1, Ch. C.4.2] The studies partly had a high risk of bias. In small studies, adults report differently on ABA in childhood. The guideline has expired. [2]
More: Behaviour-based early interventions.
Sources and literature
- DGKJP/DGPPN et al.: Autismus-Spektrum-Störungen im Kindes-, Jugend- und Erwachsenenalter, Teil 2: Therapie. Interdisziplinäre S3-Leitlinie, AWMF-Reg.-Nr. 028-047, Langversion, Stand Text 02.05.2021. https://register.awmf.org/assets/guidelines/028-047l_S3_Autismus-Spektrum-Stoerungen-Kindes-Jugend-Erwachsenenalter-Therapie_2021-04_1.pdf
- DGKJP: Aktuelle Leitlinien (Übersicht mit AWMF-Registernummer und Gültigkeitsdatum). https://www.dgkjp.de/wissen/aktuelle-leitlinien/
In detail: Behavioural early interventions (ABA, ESDM): evidence and criticism
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